Woodbridge High School

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Josh Peitz

ACC is the Woodbridge High Quiz Bowl Team

Academic Competition Club

Lauren Rich

The Ambassador program is your non-traditional club. Students are being utilized during the day helping to escort new students around the building. Students are asked to be outgoing, as they are the face of WHS for the new kids. The Ambassador Club ensures new students have an easy, smooth transition and allows them to make new friends.

Angatia & LoCascio

The purpose of the Woodbridge High School Art Service Club is to serve the school with art work and beautification projects including posters, signs, banners, murals, calligraphy, photography and special 3-D projects. All departments including the WHS administration, have requested our services during the school year.
The Art Services Club members also involve themselves in community art projects. BUT, one does not need to be a great artist to join the club! The club spends the required amount of time to complete projects, as needed. The WHS Art Services Club meets regularly on Tuesdays, from twice a month when there are no ongoing projects, to twice a week and possibly more, depending on current projects. The meetings are held in room 120 or at the site of the project.

Kimberley Tan

The ASL Honor Society is a National Organization that recognizes outstanding achievement not only in ASL studies but the commitment of our students to continue to bridge the communication gap between the Deaf and hearing communities.

Kimberley Tan

We look at music through the eyes of a different lens and present it visually.

K. Cruz

This student-led club will introduce students to STEPPING: a form of percussive dance in which the participant's entire body is used as an instrument to produce complex rhythms and sounds through a mixture of footsteps, spoken word, and handclaps. The Barron Steppers will engage in fundraising, performances, community service, and other school-related activities.

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Ms. Balle

In this one-to-one mentoring program, a Woodbridge High School student will be paired with a Woodbridge Middle School student to build a friendship while engaging in meetings facilitated and supported by a BBBS staff member. You will meet with the same middle school mentee for the entire school year in a group mentoring setting. Sessions occur twice a month for 75 minutes, and will entail group activities and spending one-to-one time as the friendship develops along the way. Woodbridge High School students who volunteer as a mentor will be enrolled, trained, matched, and supported by a BBBS staff member. Supervised program sessions will take place twice a month on Wednesdays from 2:45 PM-4:00 PM at Woodbridge Middle School. (Juniors and Seniors only)

Khalila Cruz

Established in 2021, the WHS Black Student Union was founded by a group of students in order to provide a safe space for Barrons of all ethnicities and backgrounds to engage, elevate, celebrate, and educate the school community on historical and current figures, events, and contributions within black culture.

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Mrs. Kuziemski

A place to share your thoughts on books that are picked by you!

Yamely Rivera

We are a non-denominational club. We learn and discuss God's word through scripture and prayer.

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Nicole Talerico and Becca Demcsak

Color Guard is a combination of the use of flags, sabres, mock rifles, and other equipment, as well as dance and other interpretive movement. The WHS Color Guard is a section within the WHS Marching Arts Ensemble and performs with the Marching Band at football games and competitions. The Color Guard season begins in June of the previous school year and summer rehearsals are normally 1 Wednesday per week. Band Camp takes place in August and is required for participation. In the Fall, rehearsals are usually on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-9 pm, as well as Fridays (football games) and Saturdays (which are typically full-day rehearsals or competitions).

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Sean Radu

Our purpose is to invite anyone who enjoys comic books and want to have a safe place to talk about them! Marvel, DC, Star Wars, any comic book is up for debate. We welcome anyone who wants to enjoy, learn, and talk about comics, their characters and their histories as well as the comic book movies and shows that are out and theories about those that will be out in the future.

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Jason Kohn

Advanced Instrumental Music students who take the band courses are nominated to participate in a district-wide band bringing together the best musicians across town. This group takes place in December, January, and February. See Mr. Kohn if you have questions.

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Adele Winard

Academic support for reading, writing, and the SAT(Verbal).

Room 311- Tutoring

Mary Kiefer and Peter Morrison

ESL Club is a place where students can spend extra time practicing English without fear or judgement.

Ms.Balle

The Freshman Mentor Program allows students to promote spirit and camaraderie through Woodbridge High School. The program is designed to make the Freshmen transition from middle to high school easier. We are seeking motivated, well-rounded students for the program to offer advice, support and guidance to incoming Freshmen, as well as new students to WHS. As a mentor, you will help the Freshman class familiarize with the academic, athletic, and social workings of Woodbridge High School. Applications open up in the Spring. Keep an eye out!

Angatia & Keifer

WHO WE ARE
The Heroes & Cool Kids program began operating during the 1998-99 school year, is a not-for-profit organization based in New Jersey and New York State. The program was introduced to Woodbridge Township through the Municipal Alliance in 2008-2009 as a pilot program at WHS before being introduced to the other 2 high schools. The program utilizes the services of current and former professional athletes whose personal life experiences enable them to train high school students (Heroes) to mentor 6th graders (Cool Kids)
WHAT WE DO
A group of trained volunteer athletes who are usually former professionals train high school juniors and seniors, to mentor middle school students on important life skills, including sportsmanship, conflict resolution, nutrition, anti-bullying as well as positive lifestyle choices highlighting drug, alcohol and tobacco prevention.
WHEN WE DO IT
The program runs each school year from November until May. There are 3 trainings for the HIGH SCHOOL students, which in turn lead to 3 classroom mentoring visits to the MIDDLE SCHOOL 6th Graders. These trainings are crucial and mandatory for each member of the program.
WHY WE DO IT
Mission Statement
"The goal of Heroes & Cool Kids is to promote positive and pro-social behavior in students and to create a caring and disciplined school climate"
*This program is successful because the elementary school students (cool kids) look up to their high school mentors (heroes) as role models, making a positive impact on both. Most of the Heroes have been impacted at the middle school level or participated in 6th grade and are now in a position to be the mentors as juniors and seniors. The goal is to keep this positive cycle going!

J.Mills & Y. Rivera

To explore the Hispanic Culture through activities, and events that are student led.

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Jason Kohn and Dave Patterson

Indoor Percussion is a dynamic and competitive musical activity that combines percussion instruments, movement, and theatrical elements within an indoor setting. It typically takes place in a gymnasium or auditorium and features a diverse array of percussion instruments such as drums, marimbas, xylophones, and various auxiliary percussion. Performers, often organized into ensembles or groups, use these instruments to create intricate and rhythmic musical compositions.

What sets Indoor Percussion apart is its integration of choreography, props, and thematic elements into the performance, enhancing the visual and emotional aspects of the show. These ensembles compete in regional and national competitions, where they are judged on their musicality, precision, creativity, and overall presentation. Indoor Percussion provides a platform for musicians and performers to showcase their talent and creativity while pushing the boundaries of percussion artistry.

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Jason Kohn

An auditioned ensemble that focuses on music from the swing, rock, latin and funk idioms. Students need to be able to read music and will be expected to attend evening rehearsals. See Mr. Kohn for additional information.

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Mrs. Braine & Ms. Yurnet

Fundraise to offset costs for Junior Cotillion

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Pannullo & Kuziemski

Fundraise and plan for Junior Cotillion.

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Modeszto

We cheer up the lives of elderly people, typically at a local facility, who don't have much interaction with the outside world by making/writing greeting cards for them.

Jason Kohn

The Marching Band is a competitive group encompassing the band, color guard, and drumline that starts their season during June of the previous school year. Student's will not be eligible to join the marching band after August 15th. The Band performs at Barrons varsity football games, competes in competitions around the state and is incredibly visible throughout the school and township during the fall. Student's have multiple opportunities for community service and are eligible for travel with the band in the spring.

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Mrs. Maldonado

Honor society for students who do well in mathematics and want to continue mathematics education and help others with mathematics

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Ms. Balle and Ms. Kavaja

National Honor Society is an honor bestowed upon students who meet eligibility requirements as set forth in the NHS ByLaws. The National Honor Society is based on the development, upholding, and promotion of the four pillars in Woodbridge High School students: scholarship, service, leadership, and character.

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Mrs. Wauters, Mr. Morrison

Plans and participates in fundraising activities, decides on color theme, centerpieces, and song for prom, helps sell tickets

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Nicole Beck and Danielle Mizak

Social Studies Honor Society

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Ms. Ahmed and Ms. Johal

Celebration of Indic Cultures

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Switek

We collect donations and raise money for local animal shelters and foster programs.

Dr. Bob Papageorgiou

The goal of the Debate Club is to teach students the finer points of formalized debating and to engage students in further development of their critical thinking skills.

Kelly W. Terrell & Tom Lynch

The club allows students to participate in the world of theatre arts including acting, directing, writing a scene, stage management, singing, and technical theatre. Students also experience theatre appreciation by attending shows on Broadway, as well as critiquing each others work. The most important goal is for students to learn how to work together to create something that will entertain and inspire others. The club meets weekly, usually on Tuesdays in Room 150/ Auditorium.

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Kelly Terrell & Thomas Lynch (co-advisors)

Drama Club happens every week after school for students interested in theatre, onstage & backstage; WHS Musical is a big Broadway Musical performed by our students on our stage (this year: Sweeney Todd); Musical starts auditions/prep around Thanksgiving and involves rehearsal until performances in late March.

Jessica A Montes & Scott Semmens

The Interact Club focuses on lending a hand with local organizations in an effort to make our community better than it was yesterday.

Kelly W. Terrell & Tom Lynch

The WHS Spring Musical season runs from late November until late March. It truly is a school-wide effort, and provides us with a wonderful outreach to the entire Woodbridge community at large. WHS’s productions usually feature 40-plus cast members (showcasing their talents!), plus 10-15 crew members/backstage support volunteers, along with another dozen student musicians in the pit. These are dedicated WHS students giving their time, talent and energy to make a memorable production. Even more WHS students are part of the team, as many art students create and paint sets and colorful backdrops. Additional students help with costuming, makeup, ushering and a multitude of other supporting activities. We'd like our audiences that attend any of our performances to recognize our incredibly talented performers and artists; and to continue supporting the arts in Woodbridge Township.

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Nicole Talerico and Becca Demscak

Winter Guard is the sport of indoor color guard, which is a combination of the use of flags, sabres, mock rifles, and other equipment, as well as dance and other interpretive movement. The WHS Winter Guard is a competitive visual performing arts ensemble that performs around the state throughout the Winter. Rehearsals are Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-9pm, as well as Saturdays (which are typically full day events).

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Mrs. Tolentino

Students will learn from and interact with medical/allied health professionals and research graduate students; will gain insight into other careers in healthcare such as being med techs/chemists, imaging technicians, nutritionists, counselors, social workers, educators, and physical therapists; will be exposed to STEM related programs and internships such as the RUYES (https://www.cinj.org/education/rutgers-youth-enjoy-science-ruyes-program-overview) and OPTIM (https://www.cinj.org/education/oncology-physician-training-initiative-maximize-diversity)
Members will also become HEALTH ambassadors and serve as peer mentors sharing knowledge with the community; especially the district middle school on topics such as Sun Safety – Skin Cancer Prevention and Lung Cancer Prevention – dangers of e-cigarettes/vapes and tobacco products.

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Yearbook Club

Yearbook Club is where students completely produce the Yearbook. They attend and take pictures at events, interview students and faculty members, and interact with all the clubs and sports at WHS. Members of the club create the spreads and graphically design the pages of the yearbook in a collaborative and creative environment.

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